Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR)
Also known as: eGFR
The estimated glomerular filtration rate is a calculated value that estimates how well the kidneys are filtering the blood. At The Vesey Private Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate is available within 21 private blood test panels, with clinician-reviewed results. This page is educational and does not replace personalised medical advice.
What Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate measures
The estimated glomerular filtration rate is a calculated value that estimates how well the kidneys are filtering the blood. It is derived largely from the creatinine result.
Why it is tested
eGFR is reported alongside creatinine to describe kidney filtration. It is included in kidney and comprehensive panels.
Tests that include Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate at The Vesey
Guide prices are read from the current Vesey catalogue and confirmed at booking.
Kidney Health
Guide price from £137
Basic Screen
Guide price from £153
Extended Kidney Health
Guide price from £159
Acute Medical Panel 1
Guide price from £168
Acute Medical Panel 2
Guide price from £180
Muscle and Rheumatology
Guide price from £189
15 further Vesey panels include Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate. See all blood test panels →
Related biomarkers
Other markers in the kidney & electrolytes group:
Frequently asked questions
Is eGFR measured or calculated?
It is calculated from creatinine together with factors such as age and sex, rather than measured directly. It is interpreted alongside creatinine.
This page is for general education and information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a recommendation for any specific test or treatment, and it does not include reference ranges, which are laboratory-dependent and interpreted by a clinician. Guide prices are indicative and confirmed at the time of booking. Always discuss your health and any test results with a qualified clinician. In an emergency call 999; for urgent non-emergency advice call NHS 111.
Private blood testing in Sutton Coldfield
Clinician-reviewed results. No GP referral needed.